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Sourcing Manager

2 weeks ago

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom W Talent Full time £60,000 per year

Sourcing Manager – Direct Materials (Aerospace & Defence)

£55,000+ benefits -Hybrid working


Cheltenham
|
Global Manufacturing Business
|
Strategic Procurement Role

A leading global manufacturing organisation based in the
South West
is seeking a commercially astute
Sourcing Manager
to lead the strategic management of direct spend categories, primarily materials used in the
aerospace and defence
sectors.

This newly created role has been established to further develop and optimise global category spend, creating long-term value through enhanced strategies, supplier development, and robust data-led decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies
    for direct materials used in aerospace and defence applications.
  • Manage and nurture supplier relationships
    , ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts
    , driving commercial value and risk mitigation.
  • Analyse global market trends
    to inform procurement decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
  • Monitor and report on supply chain performance
    , identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
    (engineering, quality, operations, etc.) to ensure procurement strategies align with business objectives.

About You:

  • Proven experience in
    strategic procurement or sourcing
    , ideally within a complex manufacturing environment.
  • Deep understanding of
    direct materials
    sourcing – experience within
    aerospace or defence
    industries highly advantageous.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to use
    data and relationships
    to influence decisions and drive value.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to operate in a
    global matrix organisation
    .
  • A proactive, analytical thinker who thrives on solving complex sourcing challenges and developing long-term strategies.

Why Join?

  • Be part of a
    highly respected global organisation
    that truly values its people and their development.
  • Play a
    pivotal role
    in shaping and leading category strategy across global operations.
  • Join a business where your
    strategic input
    and commercial insight will make a tangible impact

If this sounds of interest then please apply.